About this role
This permanent HGV Class 2 Driver role is based in Lea Marston, with a salary of £30,000 to £34,000 per annum. You will carry out multi-drop deliveries and collections according to scheduled routes from retail stores, delivering into a commercial site. Responsibilities include completing DVSA-compliant vehicle checks before and after each shift and reporting any defects immediately, ensuring all goods are safely loaded, secured and handled in line with company and legal requirements, and maintaining accurate records including delivery notes, PODs and tachograph data. You will provide excellent customer service at every stop and communicate effectively with the transport office regarding delays, issues or route changes.
Job Description
HGV Class II Driver
Hams Hall, Birmingham
Early starts
-60 bonus, very good standard of hotel and -25 meal allowance for any night out
T = 1/2 after 8 if 12 hours worked
Great salary, benefits & prospects
My client has recruited additional personnel internally and now it's time to expand the driver team. Solid financially, good fleet, well run, good bosses.
Job role / duties
- Carry out multi-drop deliveries and collections according to scheduled routes from retail stores and deliver into a commercial site.
- Complete vehicle checks (DVSA-compliant) before and after each shift, reporting any defects immediately.
- Ensure all goods are safely loaded, secured, and handled in line with company and legal requirements.
- Maintain accurate records including delivery notes, PODs, tachograph data, and any required paperwork.
- Provide excellent customer service at every stop, acting as a positive representative of the company.
- Adhere to all transport, road traffic, and health & safety legislation, including Working Time Directive and driver hours rules.
- Communicate effectively with the transport office regarding delays, issues, or route changes.
- Keep the vehicle clean, tidy, and presentable at all times.
- There will be occasions where you will be required to work away in different areas of the country for holiday or sickness cover
To be considered for this role you MUST:
Have a valid Class II (Category C) licence.
Possess a valid CPC card and Digital Tachograph Card
Have previous multi-drop delivery and collection experience preferred
Have excellent geographical knowledge or ability to use navigation systems effectively.
Possess excellent customer service skills and a professional attitude.
Be capable of some manual handling.
Be reliable, punctual, and able to work independently.
**** A full DBS check will be required.